Garfield Park

2502 Shelby Street
Indianapolis, IN 46203

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Garfield Park Hours

Mon - Tue 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Wed- Fri 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sat 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sun Closed
Garfield Park

What was known as the Shelby Branch began in 1918 when the library was housed in old School No. 34. A new branch was constructed in 1965 at the current Shelby Street location. Following a major renovation, the branch reopened in 2011 as the Garfield Park Branch, reflecting the desire of residents to refer to the branch by their beloved and adjacent Garfield Park.

Amenities & Services

Internet Access

  • Public computers with Microsoft Office
  • Early learning computer stations
  • Free Wi-Fi

Accessible Workstation

Self-Services

  • Checkout
  • Color printer
  • Color copy machine

  • PLEASE NOTE: Personal paper cannot be used in Library printers/copiers.

  • Document scanner
  • Mobile printing services
  • ScanEZ Kiosk

Exam Proctoring

Outgoing Fax

Blood Pressure Monitor & Information Hub

Bike Rack

Walk-Up Book Return

Storytime Garden

Seed Library (March-October)

Upcoming Events at Garfield Park
Junior Paleontologist

Junior Paleontologist

Garfield Park Branch

Be a paleontologist for a day and learn about Indiana's geologic history! Try your hand at finding, studying, and recreating fossils. This program is for kids ages 6-12.

Essential Computer Skills

Essential Computer Skills

Garfield Park Branch

Learn essential computer skills with library staff such as how to use a computer, browse the internet, or check your email through the Northstar Digital Literacy learning platform!

Exploring Paleontology for Adults

Exploring Paleontology for Adults

Garfield Park Branch

Join us as we uncover the fascinating history of paleontology from ancient mythological creatures to dinosaurs and newly discovered fossils, revealing their connection to modern-day birds. We’ll also explore some of the fossil giants that once called Indiana home.

Branch Manager
David Dyer

David Dyer

Hi, I'm David Dyer, Branch Manager for Garfield Park. I hope you’ll visit our location soon. For questions or comments, please feel free to contact me. We are always happy to help!

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